Paralegal

About Injective Labs

Injective Labs is at the forefront of Web3 finance, serving as the core contributors to Injective, one of the fastest-growing blockchains in the industry. Injective offers an interoperable smart contracts platform optimized for building decentralized finance applications. With native integrations to chains like Ethereum, Cosmos, and Solana, Injective empowers developers to rapidly launch premier financial applications for mass adoption, utilizing its infrastructure and specialized DeFi primitives, including the world's first fully on-chain order book. Our team comprises seasoned professionals with decades of experience from leading financial institutions and tech organizations. Injective is incubated by Binance and backed by prominent firms such as Jump Crypto, Pantera, and Mark Cuban.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our legal team in the dynamic field of blockchain technology. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the legal principles applicable to blockchains and decentralized finance, along with the ability to support the legal team in various aspects of regulatory compliance, contracts, and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with legal team members to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to the company's operations.
• Support the legal team in negotiating and finalizing contracts with external parties, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct research and stay updated on regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams, providing legal guidance and support in day-to-day operations.
• Conduct and manage Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, with a strong preference for candidates experienced with Synaps or similar platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree. A paralegal certificate is a plus.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working as a paralegal in a law firm or in-house legal department, preferably with exposure to legal work related to decentralized finance and blockchains.
• Strong general understanding of legal principles, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with the legal considerations arising from blockchain technology and smart contracts, as well as a general understanding of the technology.
• Proficiency with compliance platforms.
• Detail-oriented and capable of handling multiple tasks with precision.
• Ability to adapt quickly to the evolving regulatory landscape in the decentralized finance and blockchain industry.
• Willingness to continuously learn and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the industry.
• Uphold high ethical standards and confidentiality in handling sensitive legal matters.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and INJ token award.
• Remote-friendly work environment with flexible hours.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Equipment provided.
• Home Office Stipend.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology in the finance industry.
• Collaborative team culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Global team meetups.